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SWANCC Happenings in July
SWANCC provides member residents with a variety of ways to recycle and reduce waste. There is no cost to attend, but the scheduled events are for residents that live in a SWANCC member community. IDs will be checked for proof of residency.
Compost Workshops Full in July
 SWANCC built a composting demonstration system at its Glenview Transfer Station where several types of backyard bins are on display and used for hands-on workshops. This summer, SWANCC is sponsoring workshops for residents that live in a SWANCC member community to learn the science behind mixing yard waste, such as leaves, grass and small twigs, with acceptable food scraps to make a nutrient-rich soil amendment for lawns, gardens, flowers, and plants. Master Composter and Gardener, Lynn Bement, will conduct the workshops during the summer.
The workshops are full for July. For videos and information on backyard composting, visit swancc.org/index.php/recycling/composting.
One-day Combination Electronics Recycling and Document Destruction Event
The following events are for residents that live in a SWANCC member community. IDs will be checked for proof of residency.
Saturday, July 13 - Evanston
Typical documents that can be shredded include medical records, bank statements, personal files, retired tax forms, etc. Staples and paper clips are acceptable, but binders should be removed. Residents will be limited to six file-sized boxes or paper shopping bags per vehicle. Do not bring paper in plastic bags.
Only the following electronics will be accepted: Computers, DVD Players, DVR/Cable Boxes, Fax Machines, Mobile Phones, Monitors, MP3 Players, PDAs, Peripherals (mice, keyboards, zip drives), Printers, Scanners, Televisions , VHS Players and Video Game Consoles. View information.
Pharmaceutical/Sharps Disposal
Varied times per community
Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) Bulb Recycling
Varied times per community
Varied times per community
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Household Chemical Waste - July 6th One-Day Event
Household Chemical Waste (HCW) collections are conducted by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) and are available to all Illinois residents.
The IEPA web page includes information concerning their collection program, along with a complete schedule of upcoming collection events.
The following one-day event is available for disposal of HCW:
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Deerfield High School
1959 N. Waukegan Road
8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m..
The following long-term facilities are available for disposal of HCW. Please phone the long-term facilities ahead to determine availability and open hours. For questions concerning the IEPA's one-day or long-term collections, please call the Waste Reduction Unit at (217) 785-8604.
Chicago's Household Chemicals & Computer Recycling Facility
1150 N North Branch Street
Tuesdays: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Thursdays: 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
1st Saturday of month: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
NO LATEX PAINT
Also accepts computer materials and propane tanks.
cityofchicago.org
Naperville Fire Station #4
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday
NO LATEX PAINT
(630) 420-4190
Rockford Rock River Reclamation District
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sat
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sun
NO LATEX PAINT
(815) 387-7400
Solid Waste Agency of Lake County
By appointment only on second Saturday or fourth Monday of each month
Although the IEPA's contractors do not accept auto batteries, propane tanks, or fire extinguishers, co-sponsors may elect to contact a vendor willing to set up and accept these materials on the day of the collection event. Contact the IEPA at (217) 785-8604 to verify materials being accepted.
Unable to attend a collection? Dispose of your household chemical waste for a fee.
(847) 488-1492 x 202
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Eco-Landscaping Guide
SWANCC developed a resource called the Eco-Landscaping Guide that highlights alternative lawn care techniques for maintaining outdoor green spaces without using synthetic chemicals. This guide presents resources to assist home owners, businesses, schools and municipalities to use alternatives to conventional lawn care methods.
Over the years, lawns and gardens have been managed in a reactive or conventional way of applying fertilizer and weed killer. Decision makers now have choices for cultivating and maintaining their property with organic or natural methods - a proactive approach to managing lawns and gardens.
The benefits of a natural lawn care system include:
- Reduce exposure to chemicals for people, pets and plants
- Improved ecosystems for birds insects and bugs
- Improved water quality and reduced storm water runoff
- Long-term savings compared to conventional methods
Read more in the Eco-Landscaping Guide.
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